IT Applications Analyst in Milton Keynes

We're home to the UK's largest choice of properties and are the go-to destination for millions of people planning their next move, reading the latest industry news, or just browsing what's on the market.

The Product Development team plays a pivotal role in delivering the overall digital experience for customers, consumers and colleagues underpinning the Rightmove business. The Application Analyst role sits within one of our Internal Product Teams, providing digital solutions to Rightmove's internal teams. The role is an important part of one of our Scrum product teams, working alongside the Product Manager, Software Engineers and QA Engineers to understand business challenges, shape requirements, design solutions and support delivery.

The Application Analyst will deliver solutions through the configuration and improvement of business applications, whether third-party or developed by Rightmove, as well as low-code solutions that meet the needs of Rightmove's users and the wider business.

• Mapping processes and identifying opportunities to simplify ways of working, improve data quality or make better use of technology.
• Building practical solutions using low-code platforms, including applications, workflows and automations.
• Using SQL to query, analyse and support changes to data across Rightmove's business applications.
• Using platforms such as UiPath to automate manual or repetitive processes across the organisation.
• Collaborating with Product Manager, Software Engineers and QA Engineers to agree the best approach to solving business problems.
• Supporting testing activity across the team, including validating changes, helping meet sprint commitments and ensuring solutions are fit for purpose.

Is a creative and logical problem-solver, with a genuine interest in using technology to solve business problems. Can communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders and help build a shared understanding of requirements and outcomes. Takes ownership of their work and cares about the quality of what they and their team deliver. Can manage and prioritise their work effectively, balancing urgency with quality.

What you'll bring to the role

• A background in customising and enhancing third-party systems, such as ERP, Legal or HRIS platforms.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Access or similar business applications.
• A working level of understanding of SQL, including querying, interpreting and working with data.
• Experience learning how a software platform works and using that knowledge to deliver change.
• Experience working in an Agile or Scrum team.
• Experience translating user needs into clear tickets, acceptance criteria, process notes or configuration requirements for a wider delivery team.
• Experience building or configuring low-code solutions using platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio or similar.

At Rightmove, we believe software and product are ultimately people problems, and everything we build aims to improve the lives of others. We see AI as a helpful way to create more space for the human side of our work, from understanding real needs to making sure we are solving the right problems in the right way. There is an expectation that you are proactive in exploring how AI can support your own workflow and productivity, and that you approach it with curiosity and an open mind.

We create value by delivering results and building trust with partners and consumers. We care deeply by being real, having fun, and valuing diversity. We believe in careers that open doors and help our team develop by providing an open and inclusive work environment, offering ongoing training opportunities, and supporting charity fundraising events. People are the foundation of Rightmove - We'll help you build a career on it.

Benefits include:

• Cash plan for dental, optical and physio treatments.
• Private Medical Insurance, Pension and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan.
• 27 days holiday plus two (paid) volunteering days a year to give back, and holiday buy schemes.
• Contributory stakeholder pension.
• Life assurance at 4x your basic salary to a spouse, family member or other nominated person in your life.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility.
• Travel Loans, Bike to Work scheme, Rental Deposit Loan.
• Access deals and discounts on things like travel, electronics, fashion, gym memberships, cinema discounts and more.

We offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office. For our roles, such as Field or Home-based positions, different working arrangements apply - full details will be shared during the recruitment process.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rightmove will never discriminate based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their background or identity, to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.

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